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kathy s.

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Report|a year ago

The service was very slow.

Angie P.

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Report|2 years ago

Out server Tina was great!!! The food was good and the drinks looked DELISH!!!

Rosalind B.

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Report|2 years ago

WONDERFUL PLACE TO EAT.

Nathaniel D.

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Report|2 years ago

Food and waitstaff very good.

Kaylan H.

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Report|2 years ago

My food was excellent and my my waitress was great, I just wish that the cooks paid more attention to meal order specifications. I ordered a dish that came with cheese and bacon, and I asked them to hold the cheese and bacon but they added it anyway because "it comes on the dish". Instead of remaking my meal, the cook simply scraped off what he could, leaving behind pieces of bacon, which was upsetting because I don't eat pork.

katrina h.

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Report|2 years ago

The food is great space is tight

Alicia D.

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Report|2 years ago

Owner is always on site. Very visible and personable to all Custemers.

Dorine H.

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Report|2 years ago

Will most definely will go again

Shatondra N.

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Report|2 years ago

Flavor is by far the best and I will be back soon!!!!!

georgette

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Report|2 years ago

Enjoyed the karaoke

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Live jazz music swirls throughout Flavor Restaurant on Thursday, Friday, and Saturday evenings each week, blending with the sweet and spicy aromas of Southern breakfast and dinner specialties. The restaurant conjures made-from-scratch dishes from family recipes, and specialties include Grandma Haywood's blackened catfish and eggs, pecan-stuffed chicken, and sweet-potato pancakes with mandarin-orange butter. Breakfast triumphs over the sun on select jazz nights, when diners can conclude their evenings with menu items typically reserved for sunrise. The dessert menu punctuates meals with Southern classics including New Orleans bread pudding, and adds Southern kicks such as peach cobbler.

Groupon Guide

From sidewalk to riverwalk, Chicago sushi restaurants have opened up their outdoor seating for the summer.
For wallet-conscious comedy fans:
Cafe Sushi (1342 N. Wells | Old Town)
Before a laughter-induced ab blasting at Second City, where fancy cocktails in souvenir glasses hover around the $20 mark, enjoy your BYOB wine on the sidewalk patio at Cafe Sushi. The corner location provides a good vantage point for people—and meter-maid—watching as well.
For little English girls carrying mysterious sets of keys:
Seadog (1500 W. Division | Noble Square)
Flowers, hanging lanterns, and other garden-like touches frame alfresco meals at this tucked-away haven, which feels a little like someone's well-kept backyard. The patio won me over years ago when this space housed Hillary’s Urban Eatery; now I come to order maki such as the Secret Garden roll ($10) paired with BYO wine.
For third-shifters who like raw fish for breakfast:
Tank Sushi (4514 N. Lincoln | Lincoln Square)
Happy hour happens every day at Tank Sushi, where select maki rolls are half off on weekdays starting at 11 a.m. The sidewalk seating is open May through October, weather permitting.
For sophisticates who enjoy pelting kayakers with tempura brussels sprouts:
Japonais (600 W. Chicago | River North)
Unless you work in Montgomery Ward’s old catalog house with me, you may not know about the covered riverwalk that runs along the west edge of the building. Japonais has furnished its plot of ‘walk—which overlooks the North Branch of the river—with rattan furniture, lounge-y sofas, and sheer draperies that complement the upscale vibe of the menu.
For sake-bomb newbies and pros:
Sushi Mura (3647 N. Southport | Lakeview)
Chef Hur San, who’s been featured on 190 North, didn’t just bring the traditional art of sushi to his Lakeview restaurant—he also brought the ancient dance of the sake bomb. Make toasts with this specialty drink on the front patio, beneath a neon sign in the window that advertises the drink by name.

On a clear day in late spring, Albany Park comes to life from its winter hibernation. Paleteros jangle bells as they clatter their ice-cream carts down the sidewalk, and off Lawrence Avenue fruit vendors hawk mangos and watermelon from the back of a battered pickup. At cookouts in Ronan Park, smoke rises with fragments of conversation in Serbian, Spanish, English, Korean, and Arabic. Old men play dominoes on stoops and kids romp in front yards as trains rumble through alleyways.
It's no wonder recent immigrants have sought this urban haven: straddling the border between the busy city near the Loop and the bungalow belt of the far Northwest Side, it's almost a small town within Chicago. I live in Albany Park, and when I take a quick trip to the store for a gallon of milk, I sometimes hear my neighbors speaking in five different languages. And when I get the chance to go out for dinner, I’m lucky enough to sample some of the best comfort food from all over the world. Here are my top five:
V.I.P. Restaurant – Chinese/Korean | 3254 W. Montrose Ave.
V.I.P. Restaurant is one of the few places in the city serving Shandong cuisine: a synthesis of cooking styles originally developed by immigrants to Korea from China's eastern Shandong Province. Guests will find familiar dishes of ma po tofu and kung pao chicken on the menu, but the real star here is the cha chang mein: a Korean meal of springy, housemade wheat noodles doused with an earthy black-bean sauce. I like to alternate mouthfuls of mein with nibbles of the banchan—small side dishes served with every Korean entree. Neon-yellow pickled daikon slivers deliver a sour-sweet kick, while peppery cabbage kimchi cleanses the palate. If you're unsure of what to order, a sure bet is the Half and Half: a two-compartment bowl of cha chang mein next to a spicy shrimp and noodle cham pong soup.
My picks: Half and Half, cha chang mein
Pollo Volador – Colombian | 3402 W. Montrose Ave.
Pollo Volador's bright yellow sign is emblazoned with a goofy cartoon rooster, its outspread wings bearing twin payloads of flank steak and the house specialty—Colombian spit-roasted chicken. Inside, a huge rotisserie oven twirls skewers full of poultry over a mesquite fire, filling the cozy restaurant with the scent of a backyard barbecue.
The decor isn't much to speak of, with a few knickknacks from Colombia and paintings of mountains dotting the canary-yellow walls. That's fine, because the food here speaks for itself. My quarter-chicken plate was a full thigh and drumstick of rich dark meat, its crisp, slightly charred skin locking in all the bird's juices and flavor. Most plates come with sides of caramelized plantains or fat pinto beans, plus a cilantro green sauce that was so deliciously tangy I was tempted to spoon it straight out of the ramekin like a tiny bowl of soup. Before stuffing yourself with steak and chicken dinners, be sure not to overlook the empanadas: crispy, golden-brown corn shells that give way to a savory core of potato, onions, and ground chicken.
My picks: chicken empanadas, quarter-chicken plate with dark meat
Noon O Kabab – Persian | 4661 N. Kedzie Ave.
Persian food—with its liberal use of ingredients such as saffron, dill, and pomegranate—differs a quite a bit from the Arab and Mediterranean fare found elsewhere on Kedzie. My girlfriend, who knows a lot more about food than I do, quickly zeroes in on the shirin polo with joujeh barg, a wide kebab of grilled chicken accompanied by a mound of toasty basmati rice that's topped with orange peel, golden raisins, and colorful shreds of carrot. Flying blind, I order the aash-e-reshteh, a bowl of slow-cooked spinach stew that's full of the complementing flavors and textures of oats, noodles, chickpeas, and a dollop of cool yogurt. The kebabs are worth ordering almost for the garnishes alone, with sprinklings of raw onion that cut through the richness of the roast meat and whole grilled tomatoes that seem to defy the laws of agriculture by staying plump and summery throughout the year.
Though some of the entrees are a little more expensive than I'm used to, Noon O Kabab is perfect for a special occasion or a treat. Even if I don't have time for a sit-down meal in the luxurious Persian carpet–covered main dining area, the restaurant maintains a remarkably efficient separate kitchen specifically for pickup orders and deliveries.
My picks: Shirin polo with joujeh barg, aash-e-reshteh
Lindo Michoacan – Mexican | 3148 W. Lawrence Ave.
Lindo Michoacan's restaurant lies just north of the intersection of Kedzie and Lawrence Avenues and around the corner from its popular, perpetually busy supermarket. The business takes its name from a state in southwestern Mexico famous for its hearty cuisine, and the meals here are appropriately rib-sticking. My order of lengua ranchera was full of pulverized tomatoes and sautéed mushrooms and onions, not far from the flavor of a thick, meaty pot roast. Plates of tilapia and snapper arrive lightly breaded and fried whole, inviting you to dig into the fish head for slivers of tender cheek meat—if you're into that sort of thing (which I am).
As with most restaurants in the neighborhood, dinner at Lindo Michoacan is an informal, family-friendly affair. During our visit, a young dad was busy juggling the tasks of shushing his babbling baby son, eating a steak, and watching the Liga MX soccer game on the big screen overhead. Since the eatery's BYOB, you can also tote along some tallboys or wine to make dinner a slightly more adult affair.
My picks: lengua ranchera, mojarra frita
Semiramis – Lebanese | 4639-41 N. Kedzie Ave.
Most meals at Semiramis begin with a small bowl of crunchy turnips, pickled to a tangy technicolor magenta, and some green olives, brined in-house—not plucked from a jar. Chef and owner Joseph Abraham and his staff place a premium on details and presentation, even fancying up the french fries with a dusting of sumac and a sidecar of housemade garlic mousse. One of my new favorites is the chicken shawarma sandwich, with shavings of slightly smoky meat slathered with tahini, but my old standby will always be the falafel. The savory globes of fried chickpeas walk the line perfectly between crunchy and fluffy, with a hit of spice that's aromatic and zesty without being overpowering.
My picks: falafel pita sandwich, chicken-shawarma pita sandwich

Chicago is known for a lot of
things. We have Deep Dish Pizza, the Chicago dog and Italian Beef
sandwiches.While those are each great
options for dinner tonight, they're not all we have to offer. When you're not
necessarily looking for it, you can find hidden gems that hit the spot
perfectly. Take grilled cheese for example. A childhood favorite that screams
comfort food. How can you resist the toasty, buttery bread and gooey center of
melted cheese? These four restaurants take the traditional Grilled Cheese
Sandwich to a whole new level. Grab a cup of creamy tomato soup or just enjoy
one of these mouthwatering sandwiches by itself. Cheesie's Pub & GrubWith a location in Lincoln Park,
Evanston and soon-to-be Wicker Park, Cheesie's is a favorite late-night stop
for all the locals. Be adventurous and try something like The Mac with two
different cheeses plus macaroni and cheese or The Popper with cheddar cheese,
cream cheese, cheddar sauce, fresh jalapeno slices and bacon on sourdough bread
with spicy chipotle mayo dipping sauce. Or you can stick with the simple
Original Grilled cheese on Texas Toast. Whatever you decide, you won't be
disappointed. With a crispy crust and gooey inside, Cheesie's sandwiches are
each unique but equally full of flavor. You'll leave feeling full and satisfied
but that craving for the next sandwich will creep up before you walk through your
front door.SoupboxA restaurant better known for its
wide range of tasty seasonal soups,Soupbox allows diners to build their own grilled cheese sandwich. Have
it simple with just the traditional bread and cheese or add tomato and bacon
for a BTC (bacon, tomato and cheddar). Split the sandwich with a friend or eat
it all yourself, we won't judge. It's practically irresistible when you have a
steamy cup of soup waiting to be dunked in. Soupbox has two locations, one on
Chicago in River North and one on Broadway in East Lakeview.The Big CheeseLocated on Lincoln Avenue in the
North Center neighborhood, The Big Cheese leaves little to the imagination with
its Grilled Cheese sandwiches. Go old-fashioned or take it south of the border
with the Diablo Rojo, a Mexican version of grilled cheese made with Toluca
style chorizo, roasted jalapeno peppers, chihuaha cheese and cilantro. Whether
you're looking for Italian, Cuban or Classic, The Big Cheese has something for
everyone. Vegetarian but want something more than the classic bread and cheese?
Try the Wild Mushroom Grilled Cheese with fontina, mushrooms and truffle oil.
You can't beat options like The Big Cheese. Little GoatIn the Near West Side, serving
breakfast all day long is a place called Little Goat. Do not get distracted by
the unbelievable breakfast options because a little farther along in the menu
is a Grilled Cheese "Sammich." Between two pieces of perfectly
toasted bread, you will find gouda and montamore cheese, pork guanciale and smoked
tomato. Little Goat takes the grown-up grilled cheese and turns it into
something completely out of this world. Your mouth will begin to water as soon
as your server begins walking toward you with your plate.So as you can see, Chicago is not
just good for Deep Dish and Italian beef. Venture out of your typical weeknight
dinner and go for something cheesy instead. Let your inner child out and
indulge in the king of all comfort foods.

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